The message, DOT said, goes out to “all the people across the globe who have expressed sympathies and who have extended support, financial or otherwise…”

A photo from the campaign has also been seeded via social media, and has been shared with the hashtag #PHthankyou by Filipinos, who are known for their fast-growing online presence.

But Pinoys have been thankful for much longer, whether or not they were directly affected by the storm, which is said to be the strongest in recent history.

The DOT itself admitted that the government campaign has been “triggered by an overwhelming sense of appreciation, which has been strongly expressed in social media…”

“Depicting different ways of expressing their heartfelt appreciation, various messages and images in social media showed the world that foreign support and encouragement has made, and continues to make, all the difference in the country’s ongoing rehabilitation and rebuilding efforts,” the DOT said.

Super typhoon “Yolanda” slammed several areas in November last year. Among the worst hit was Tacloban City, which was flattened due to a storm surge.

About 8,000 are believed to have been killed or left missing. More remain homeless, even as the government vowed to ramp up its rehabilitation efforts.

Turkey is a very beautiful country that tourists should include on their bucket list. It is very safe amidst some negative news about it. You will definitely enjoy your stay there and experience the warmth and friendliness of its people.

If there is one thing I won’t forget in our Morocco trip, it will be our journey to Ait Ben Haddou. I can’t forget the long travel we had going there, the steep walk towards the summit and the unforgettable jolly old man (86-year old!) Mr Abdou as our tour guide.